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Conceptis Sudoku
By Dave Green
THURSDAY JANUARY 15 2000
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Abdul denies 'Idol' criticism The singer says she warned producers about stalker
BY LYNN ELBER
AP TELEVISION WRITER
UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. — Paula Abdul, declaring her loyalty to "American Idol," denied criticizing the Fox TV series about airtime given to an alleged stalker.
"I am a big fan of the show. I am blessed to be on the show. It's the greatest show on television all around the world and ... a gazillion people would love to be in my shoes," Abdul said at a meeting Tuesday of the Television Critics Association
In December, Abdul told Barbara Walters in a radio interview that the Fox network and "Idol" producers knew that Paula Goodspeed had stalked her but allowed the woman to audition anyway.
hit program "for entertainment value."
Abdul told Walters that Goodspeed was brought on the
Goodspeed, who appeared on "Idol" several seasons ago, was found dead of an apparent suicide in a car near Abdul's Los Angeles home last November.
"It's the greatest show on television all around the world and ... a gazillion people would love to be in my shoes."
Pressed about it Tuesday,
When a reporter pointed out that Abdul was quoted as saying she had warned producers about the woman, Abdul replied: "Well,
about it Tuesday,
Abdul denied saying "anything disparaging about "American Idol" at all" or complaining to producers about Goodspeed.
PAULA ABDUL American Idol judge
Series executive producer Cecile Frot-Coutaz said what happened is "really, really sad" but should be put to rest.
that is true. But that's that. I can't talk about it anymore. It's an ongoing police investigation."
(Goodspeed) was an extreme fan of Paula's. But from being a big fan to what happened, there's a big difference. And nobody could have known that it would actually happen."
"American Idol" returned for its eighth season this week with regulars Abdul, Simon Cowell, Randy Jackson and newcomer Kara DioGuardi on the judging panel.
"The truth is, we did know she
"Paula's an integral part of the show. As far as we are concerned, we want to have her as long as the show goes. When we get into those discussions, we'll see where Paula's head is at." Reilly said.
Earlier Tuesday, Fox entertainment president Kevin Reilly was asked about Abdul's future with the show after her contract ends this year.
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ARIES (March 21-April 19)
Today is a 7
Keep plugging away at a difficult job. It'll soon get easier. You'll find somebody to lend a hand, and not a moment too soon. You'll still be in charge, and that's important.
Everything seems possible now, and perhaps a lot of it is. Don't blindly try an idealist, though. Work out the details first. Also, do the math. Minimize surprises.
Today is a 5
You could write a book about living on a budget. Fill it full of helpful hints on how to stretch a dollar. It'll be so popular, you might not even have to do it anymore.
GEMINI (May 21-June 21) Today is a 5
TAURUS (April 20-May 20)
Today is a 9
CANCER (June 22-July 22)
Today is a 7
You're working diligently to achieve mastery of your craft.
Unfortunately, you're in an awkward learning phase. Plan a quiet evening at home to recuperate.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)
Today is an 8
HOROSCOPES
10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.
LEO (July 23 Aug. 22)
*An island* 8
Get as much done as you can;
you won't be in the mood
tomorrow. Do the most difficult
stuff first. It'll be easier earlier,
tougher later.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
**LEARN (SEPT. 13, 2017)**
Today is a **7**
Old fears are nowhere near as intimidating as they were back way. Some of them might even be funny now.
You've grown up a lot. Look back with compassion.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Today is a 9
Once you decide what you
both really want, you're apt to
realize you can't afford it yet. So make bringing in higher profits
one of your first objectives. Cut
your expenses.
Today is an 8
Ask a more experienced friend about something you're attempting. No need to reinvent the wheel. This job will be hard enough without your making it harder. Get help.
SAGITTARIUS
(Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Today is an 8
Don't spend more than you
have coming in. You could
accidentally do that. Be careful,
and be prepared to live on rice
and beans if necessary. Think
frugal, frugal, frugal.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Today is an 8
What's it really like on the other side of the hill? You'll get the chance to find out soon. Here's a hint: It's wonderful.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Today is a 5
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Today is a 5
Keep saving your spare change,
and whatever else you can find
that might be valuable. Pretty soon, you'll have enough for
a nice vacation. Then all you'll need is the time.
If you and your partner put your money together, you'll get a lot further. This is especially true if you put it into a savings account. It's not a good day to shop.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)
Todav is an 8
ACROSS
1 Give the axe to
5 Prompt
8 Surrounded by
12 Jamaican citrus
13 Venomous viper
14 Arp's style
15 Handle roughly
16 Long March leader
17 Exile
18 Threatening term
20 Siestas
22 Yogi Bear's home park
29 Type squares
30 Bagel topper
31 Partner in crime
32 More, to Manuel
33 Father (Fr.)
34 Ms. Farrow
35 Insult (SI.)
36 Metric measure
37 Comedian Paula
40 Morse morsels
41 Band-leader Cugat
45 Eastern bigwig
47 Bill
49 Part of A.D.
50 Lummox
51 Swelled head
52 "— Rhythm"
53 Go angling
54 Dog's dog
55 Whip
DOWN
1 Wrestling style
2 Culture medium
3 Hint
4 Party pooper
5 Ship of the desert
6 N.A. nation
7 People things are named for
8 Take as one’s own
9 They’re roomy and gloomy
10 Picks out of a lineup
11 Gram, case
19 Wet expanse
Solution time: 25 mins.
21 Foolish sort
23 Minimum
24 Standard
25 Former partners
26 Overly theatrical
27 Hodge-podge
28 Robert Graves subject
32 Faux pas
33 Triumph
35 Banned bug spray
36 "GSI" evidence
38 Bridge player
39 U-shaped yoke holder
42 "Young Frankenstein" role
43 Grandson of Eve
44 "Portnoy's Complaint" author
45 Sprite
46 Miss Piggy's pronoun
48 Palim-dromic
Yesterday's answer 1-15
1-15
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M1MTDTLX XNMTP ST C XCTAH
Q MCEO ESFJA QM ECJMA
CRYPTOQUIP
"D J S I M C L Z C D T H T D L O P. " Yesterday's Cryptoquip: IF YOU GAVE PESKY CRITTERS OUTFITS TO PUT ON, I RECKON YOU MIGHT CALL THEM VARMINTS' GARMENTS. Today's Cryptoquip Clue: N equals P
CELEBRITY
NEW YORK — Days after checking himself into a Los Angeles hospital for pneumonia, Patrick Swayze said his condition was improving.
CELEBRITY Swayze says hospital stay was only a precaution
Swayze, 56, who is battling pancreatic cancer, told People magazine: "I am alive and plan
on continuing to stay that way. ... I am almost in the clear"
"I wanted to jump on it before it turned into a problem," Swayze said. "As soon as I got home, I called my doctor and then went straight to the hospital and was immediately put on antibiotics."
Swayze said he went to the hospital Jan. 9, because of a cough.
Associated Press
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